Limited-Time Exhibition – Exclusively at Butterfly Pavilion

Just in time for Halloween, spiders are arriving from around the globe this fall for a limited-time engagement, Spiders Around the World, exclusively at Butterfly Pavilion. Engage with stunning, vibrant, and awe-inspiring tarantulas and walk amongst visually striking, exquisite, and free-roaming Orb Weavers spinning their intricate webs in Spider Zone!

This year’s Halloween-inspired spider collection showcases dozens of spider species to encourage guests to face their fears, and fall in love with these incredible arachnids.

Spider Zone

Butterfly Pavilion also invites guests to engage with some new friends in Spider Zone, an exotic enclosure filled with hundreds of free-roaming orb-weaving spiders. Taking over a portion of the Wings of the Tropics ’s butterfly conservatory, guests can walk amongst spiders with no glass, and no barriers, just you and hundreds of magnificent Orb weavers spinning their webs all around you. Discover their brilliance and significance during this special exhibition celebrating spiders and the incredible impact they make in our world. 

Programs and Events

Unlock unique and unforgettable experiences with back-to-back programs that invite you to explore our exhibits, discover the magic of spiders, and enjoy meaningful time with friends and family. Butterfly Pavilion’s commitment to research, conservation, education, and creating fun, engaging experiences for all aligns perfectly with our Spiders Around the World programs—including Flashlight Tours, Arachnology Classes, Guided Tours, and more.

Pour and Explore: Nature’s Most Deadly: September 18, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Spider Biology Course with Paula Cushing: 6 Sessions September 30 – October 14

Spiders After Dark: An Exclusive Tour with Entomologist Cori Brant: October 16, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

Flashlight Tours: October 17, October 18,  October 19, October 24 (Adults Only), October 25, October 26

Tarantula Pinning with the Terrorium Shop: October 18, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 p.m

Creepy Crawly Critters – Homeschool Day: October 21, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Discover the Deadly Side of Plants: A Tropical Butterfly Conservatory Tour: October 23, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Invertebrates and Music Walk: Halloween Edition: October 28, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Stay tuned for more information on Spiders Around the World 2025!